LaborUnionNews.com's News Digest for Thursday, January 25, 2024
Top Stories: Why Costco workers unionized; SCOTUS takes on Chevron Doctrine; Forbes' union staff to walkout; UAW dissent on Biden endorsement; Fifth day of classes cancelled & more...
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Why Virginia Costco Workers Organized With the Teamsters
Bosses often try to fend off union drives by pleading that workers and management are family. But Costco put its contrite-boss act in writing after a group of 289 workers at its Norfolk, Virginia, store voted to join Teamsters Local 822 in late December. Read more…
Supreme Court Stands Ready to Send Chevron to Sleep with the Fishes
Over the past forty years, Chevron has cast a wide net and overturning it is sure to have much broader implications than just the fishing industry. Employers should be prepared for the courts to play a much larger role in interpreting various federal regulations. Read more…
Forbes union planning walkout
The union representing editorial workers at Forbes is planning to walk off the job for three days beginning Thursday at 9am ET and ending Monday at 11:59pm ET. Read more…
UAW’s Biden Endorsement Sparks Internal Dissent Over Gaza
On Wednesday, United Auto Workers endorsed President Joe Biden for his 2024 reelection campaign, drawing protests from union members who say the president’s support for Israel is at odds with the union’s call for a ceasefire in Gaza. Read more…
Newton teachers’ strike leads to fifth day of canceled classes
Classes for Newton Public Schools students have been canceled for a fifth day as teachers in the Massachusetts city continue to strike while negotiating a new contract. Read more…